12-12-2023, 01:55 PM
(12-12-2023, 12:43 PM)Jason Terry Wrote: Collins wouldn’t be an “all in” move. If we got him and signed a Biyambo/Drummond backup we should feel good about contention status for this year and next. I think Luka and Kai would as well. Not sure we need another star.
Let’s say it doesn’t work out. This year we fall short. Next year the same. At that point we would have expiring Collins and our picks. We could totally go for a big fish with that. Just in time for Luka to sign his extension
On the other hand, if we go all in for a top name this summer and it doesn’t work….we could have no assets and be coming up on a Luka extension with reasons for him to leave.
I don’t think Collins or a player like him is a half measure. I just don’t think we’re far away from contention and not sure the “3 star” model is best, especially with Luka
Kyrie will be 33 and likely on a decline at that point. If he manages to stay "sane" that long
All teams have to go all in at some point. Worst thing is to do half measures, imho. I don't think anyone is really pushing for a big star. "3rd bananas" are most often mentioned. If meh moves is best Mavs can do, I would much prefer a guy like Vando than a guy like Collins. Mavs problem is defense, not offense.